Here I Am To Worship, made popular by contemporary Christian artist Tim Hughes. Semi-acoustic version, containing a string quartet feel, acoustic guitar, piano, bass and drums. Perfect for solo male performance, or as an inviting opening piece for worship. Used under license from EMI/Thank You Music.
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An ambient, mysterious and powerful arrangement of the traditional spiritual, Were You There. Perfect for Lent, Easter, Good Friday, and for general worship. All four verses. Great for children or as a solo as well. Complete with rain wind and percussion.
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This soprano recitative comprises movements 14 and 15 of Handel's Messiah. It tells of the angel of God appearing to the shepherds. Very slow and rubato, with timings carefully matched to the London Philharmonic Orchestra recording.
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A quiet, simple solo for tenor (or soprano), movement 30 of the Messiah is under two minutes long, and labeled an "arioso" (little aria) by Handel. The lyrics speak of Christ's sorrow, and tempos follow the London Philharmonic Orchestra recording.
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A flowing duet for alto and tenor leads into a glorious SATB chorus thanking God. This track comprises movements 50 and 51 of the Messiah. Orchestral accompaniment is from Handel's original score.
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An acoustic arrangement of this beautiful hymn about coming together in love, in a classical Appalachian style featuring string quartet, acoustic guitar, light percussion, and piano. Appropriate in any season, but perfect for Holy Week and Easter. Begins with a string quartet introduction; singing starts when the guitar enters.
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An original orchestral, contemporary arrangement of the popular worship song, There Is A Redeemer, by Melody Green. Perfect as a solo for female voice, or as a duet, or for larger singing groups. Full of thanksgiving and praise.
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A beautiful and well-known soprano aria from Bach's Hunting Cantata that sets a gentle, peaceful mood. Recorded here from Bach's original score with two flutes, solo cello, and harpsichord. This version is intended as a backing track for a soloist. For a complete instrumental version that includes the melody on violin, see track 1303.
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This traditional spiritual speaks of leaving this world and moving on. Arranged here for full orchestra plus rhythm section. Moderate tempo, three verses. Could work well for a soloist, a choir, or a congregation.
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